1960 Berkeley Twosome vs. 2000 Lada Samara
To start off, 2000 Lada Samara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Berkeley Twosome. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Berkeley Twosome would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lada Samara (76 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (18 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lada Samara weights approximately 685 kg more than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lada Samara (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Berkeley Twosome. (37 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Berkeley Twosome.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Berkeley Twosome | 2000 Lada Samara | |
Make | Berkeley | Lada |
Model | Twosome | Samara |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 328 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 305 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1790 mm | 2470 mm |